Alcohol is simply not safe for pregnant women to consume. Not even a small amount of alcohol is safe for pregnant women to drink. Women who are pregnant should not drink… period.
Why Should Pregnant Women Avoid Alcohol?
Consuming alcohol while pregnant can seriously harm your unborn child. Drinking alcohol while pregnant can cause a number of birth defects in otherwise normal, healthy fetuses and babies. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), stillbirth, premature birth, low birth rate, and a spectrum of birth defects and growth disorders can arise in even a small amount of alcohol use.
How Much Alcohol Is Too Much for Pregnant Women?
“No Amount of Alcohol Is Safe For Pregnant Women”
Any amount of alcohol is too much for pregnant women. Pregnant women should avoid alcohol altogether until after giving birth and after you have stopped nursing.
Will Alcohol Kill A Baby in Early Pregnancy?
Alcohol can kill an unborn baby in any trimester of pregnancy. You will hear a lot of myths and rumors about some trimesters being better or worse for alcohol use in pregnant women, but no amount of alcohol is safe at any time for a pregnant woman.
Can I drink Wine While Pregnant?
No, wine contains alcohol and no amount of alcohol is safe during pregnancy. Again, you may hear a lot of rumors, myths and old wives tales about supposed benefits of drinking during pregnancy — however biological health studies have proved that no amount of alcohol is safe for women.
Heavy Drinking Before Finding Out You Are Pregnant
It is actually quite common for women to consume large amounts of alcohol or abuse alcohol heavily before finding out they are pregnant. Many of these expectant mothers are worried about the potential dangers to the unborn child.
First, it is important to stop drinking immediately when you find out you are pregnant. The body of the tiny fetus cannot process alcohol our of its system as quickly as its mother’s body; therefore, it is important to stop putting any more alcohol into yours and your baby’s body.
I am Pregnant and Struggling to Quit Drinking Alcohol
There comes a fearful moment when alcohol abusers realize they cannot stop drinking; but this moment is even scarier when you realize you are pregnant and have no choice but to stop. This is a critical point when expectant mothers need alcohol detox.
Alcohol detox is a medically-supervised process where a doctor keeps you comfortable while ridding the alcohol from your system. Certain drugs that do not harm the fetus may be used during alcohol detox to make the experience more comfortable and safe.
What Other Drinks Should Pregnant Women Stay Away From?
Coffee and tea are okay for pregnant women to drink (as long as you don’t over-do it). BEWARE OF HERBAL TEAS with additional ingredients other than tea leaves! Mineral water, juice, and pasteurized milk are great for pregnant women. Even small amounts of soda or sugary drinks are ok, but NO ENERGY DRINKS.
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Help for Pregnant Women With Alcohol Abuse and Drug Use Issues
There is NO JUDGEMENT for pregnant women who want to seek help for their alcohol and drug abuse issues. Women are applauded for seeking help and we strive to help the brave women that stand-up to their problems for the sake of themselves and their unborn child.
Active Recovery Care offers programs for alcohol use disorder, opioid use disorder, and other chemical dependency issues including prescription drug abuse.
